Transfer Tax (Porez na promet nekretnina) Calculator — Croatia
Flat 3% transfer tax on the market value of the property. Paid by the buyer within 30 days of signing. No progressive brackets — the same rate applies regardless of property value. No foreign buyer surcharges — all buyers pay the same rate. New-build properties from VAT-registered developers pay 25% PDV (VAT) instead and are exempt from transfer tax.
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How Transfer Tax (Porez na promet nekretnina) Works in Croatia
Flat 3% transfer tax on the market value of the property. Paid by the buyer within 30 days of signing. No progressive brackets — the same rate applies regardless of property value. No foreign buyer surcharges — all buyers pay the same rate. New-build properties from VAT-registered developers pay 25% PDV (VAT) instead and are exempt from transfer tax.
Transfer Tax (Porez na promet nekretnina) is a flat rate of 3.00% of the purchase price.
Other Purchase Costs in Croatia
Beyond Transfer Tax (Porez na promet nekretnina), buyers typically pay the following fees when purchasing property in Croatia. These are included in the calculator above.
Lawyer Fees (Odvjetnik)
Legal fees for due diligence, contract drafting, and representation. Typically 1-1.5% of purchase price + 25% PDV (VAT). Strongly recommended for foreign buyers.
Notary Fees (Javni biljeznik)
Fees for contract certification and signature verification. In Croatia, the notary certifies the contract but does not handle conveyancing (that is done by lawyers). Typically EUR 150-300.
Land Registry Fee (Gruntovnica)
Court fee for registering ownership transfer with the land registry (gruntovnica). Fixed fee of approximately EUR 33.
Property Valuation (Procjena)
Independent property valuation required by the bank for mortgage approval. Typically EUR 150-200.